Chesang, Battle record strong finishes at ISU Classic

Ames, Iowa  Benson Chesang finished second Saturday in the 3,000-meter run as the Kansas University men's and women's track and field teams wrapped up their performances at the ISU Classic.

Chesang improved upon his provisional qualifying time from last week's Husker Invitational, crossing the line in 7 minutes, 58.05 seconds. Teammate Colby Wissel also earned a provisional qualification in the same race, finishing in 8:04.19.

Sheldon Battle, who has the longest throw in the nation this year in the shot put, led all collegiate entrants with a toss of 63 feet, 23â4 inches. He placed third behind two throwers representing Nike.